US20140239659A1 - Body mount having suspended ring member - Google Patents
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- the present disclosure relates to a body mount for coupling vehicle components. More particularly, to a body mount having a suspended ring member.
- Body mounts are commonly used in a vehicle to couple two components.
- a conventional body mount may include an elastomeric member disposed between an inner tube and an outer tube.
- the body mount may be configured such that when disposed in the vehicle, the elastomeric member falls short of abutting with the vehicle component in an unload state and abuts with the vehicle component during a loaded state. Specifically, the elastomeric member may disengage then engage with the vehicle component based on the movement of the vehicle components. In the disengaged state, the body mount allows soft travel between the vehicle components, whereas in the engaged state, the body mount provides rigid control to prevent pitch and roll of the vehicle. The engagement and disengagement between the elastomeric member and the vehicle component may generate noise, thereby affecting the noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) characteristics of the vehicle.
- NSH noise, vibration, and harshness
- a body mount for supporting and coupling components of a vehicle may comprise: an inner support member, an outer support member, and an elastomeric member.
- the inner support member has circular cross-section and may have a tube like configuration.
- the outer support member has a circular cross-section and may house the inner support member.
- the elastomeric member may be disposed between the inner support member and the outer support member.
- the elastomeric member may include an intermediate body and a ring portion.
- the intermediate body may be fixedly coupled to and between the inner support member and the outer support member.
- the ring portion extends from the intermediate body via a plurality of columns.
- the ring member may have a circular shape.
- the ring portion may extend beyond the inner support member and the outer support member.
- the plurality of columns and the ring portion may extend from the intermediate body such that a gap is defined between the ring portion and the inner support member.
- a plurality of windows are formed between the plurality of columns via the intermediate body, the ring portion, and the plurality of columns.
- the ring portion may abut with a component of the vehicle when the body mount is arranged in the vehicle.
- the plurality of columns are compressible.
- the plurality of windows close such that the intermediate body and the ring portion are in contact. This creates a stiffer spring rate for rigid control without body disengagement.
- the ring portion remains in contact with the body at all times via the columns, thereby reducing NVH.
- FIG. 1 is a perspective view of an example body mount disposed between two vehicle components
- FIGS. 2A and 2B are perspective views of the body mount
- FIGS. 3A and 3B are cross-sectional views of the body mount
- FIG. 4 is an exploded view of the body mount
- FIG. 5A is a cross-sectional view of an elastomeric member of the body mount in a non-compressed state without an inner support member;
- FIG. 5B is a cross-sectional view of the elastomeric member of the body mount in a compressed state without the inner support member;
- FIGS. 6A and 6B are a cross-sectional views of the elastomeric member of the body mount having a convex shape column in non-compressed and compressed state without the inner support member;
- FIGS. 7A and 7B are cross-sectional views of the elastomeric member of the body mount having a concave shape column in non-compressed and compressed state without the inner support member.
- the body mount 10 couples two components of a vehicle.
- the body mount 10 is fixedly disposed in a bracket 12 .
- the bracket 12 is fixedly coupled to a first component 14 .
- the body mount 10 may be pressed-fit to the bracket 12 .
- the body mount 10 couples the first component 14 to a second component 16 , such as the vehicle body, via a fastener 18 .
- the fastener 18 includes a bolt, a ferrule, and a nut (not shown). It would be appreciated by one skilled in the art that other suitable fasteners may also be used for coupling the body mount 10 between the first component 14 and the second component 16 .
- the body mount 10 includes an inner support member 20 , an outer support member 22 , and an elastomeric member 24 .
- the inner support member 20 defines an opening 26 for receiving the fastener 18 .
- the inner support member 20 may have a cylindrical shape like a tube.
- the outer support member 22 may have a cylindrical shape like a tube or a barrel.
- the outer support member 22 may have an inward flange 27 at one end and a brim 28 or outward flange on the other end.
- the outer support member 22 supports the elastomeric member 24 .
- the inner support member 20 is arranged within the outer support member 22 .
- the inner support member 20 and the outer support member 22 may be made of metal or plastic.
- the elastomeric member 24 is formed as one piece ( FIG. 4 ).
- the elastomeric member 24 is fixedly disposed between the inner support member 20 and the outer support member 22 .
- the elastomeric member 24 may be molded between the inner support member 20 and the outer support member 22 .
- the elastomeric member 24 includes an intermediate body 30 , a ring portion 32 , and a bumper 34 .
- the intermediate body 30 is fixedly disposed between the inner support member 20 and the outer support member 22 .
- the intermediate body 30 extends radially from an outer surface of the inner support member 20 to an inner surface of the outer support member 22 , thereby coupling the inner support member 20 and the outer support member 22 .
- the intermediate body 30 may define a plurality of voids 36 .
- the voids 36 extend along a longitudinal axis of the body mount 10 .
- the voids 36 may extend from a position substantially close to the inward flange 27 to the other end of the intermediate body 30 close to the brim 28 .
- the intermediate body 30 has two voids 36 .
- more than two voids may be arranged within the intermediate body 30 .
- the voids create a softer rate along the radial/void direction.
- the ring portion 32 extends from the intermediate body 30 via a plurality of columns 38 .
- the ring portion 32 extends beyond an end of the inner support member 20 and the inward flange 27 of the outer support member 22 .
- the ring portion 32 is suspended above the inner support member 20 and the outer support member 22 by the columns 38 .
- the ring portion 32 has a circular shape.
- the columns 38 support the ring portion 32 such that the ring portion 32 abuts with, for example, the second component 16 (i.e., vehicle body).
- the columns 38 are arranged equidistant from each other and are compressible. While two columns 38 are depicted in the drawings, more than two columns may be employed to extend the ring portion 32 from the intermediate body 30 .
- a gap 40 is defined between the ring portion 32 and the inner support member 20 .
- the gap 40 extends circumferentially around the inner support member 20 .
- the gap 40 may extend along the longitudinal axis into the intermediate body 30 up to or slightly past or beyond the inward flange 27 of the outer support member 22 .
- the gap 40 and the voids 36 are arranged separate from each other with the intermediate body 30 disposed between ( FIGS. 3A and 3B ).
- the gap 40 radially separates the columns 38 and the ring portion 32 from the inner support member 20 .
- the gap 40 reduces an axial strain generated when the body mount 10 is in operation.
- the intermediate body 30 , the ring portion 32 , and the columns 38 form a plurality of windows 42 .
- the elastomeric member 24 defines the windows 42 between the columns 38 with the top and bottom perimeter of the window 42 being framed by the intermediate body 30 and the ring portion 32 . While two windows are depicted in the drawings, it would be appreciated by one skilled in the art that based on the number of columns 38 , the body mount 10 may have more than two windows 42 .
- the ring portion 32 may include a rigid member 44 .
- the ring portion 32 may be molded over the rigid member 44 , such that the rigid member 44 is disposed substantially within the ring portion 32 .
- the rigid member 44 may be made of metal, plastic, or other suitable materials.
- the rigid member 44 has a circular ring shape.
- the thickness of the rigid member 44 may be varied, such that different portions of the rigid member 44 have different thicknesses. For example, as shown in FIG. 4 , a first portion 46 of the rigid member 44 has a thickness greater than a second portion 48 of the rigid member 44 .
- the rigid member 44 is aligned in association with the ring portion 32 such that the first portion 46 is positioned above the window 42 and the second portion 48 is positioned above the columns 38 .
- the rigid member 44 reinforces and strengthens the ring portion 32 . Furthermore, the rigid member 44 provides quick and clean travel stop when the columns 38 are compressed, as described in detail below. While the rigid member 44 is depicted as having a varied thickness, the thickness may also be the same or, in other words, uniform.
- the rigid member 44 may have various suitable configurations for reinforcing the ring portion 32 and is not limited to the configuration depicted in the drawings. Furthermore, based on the performance standard of the body mount 10 , the ring portion 32 may not include the rigid member 44 .
- the bumper 34 of the elastomeric member 24 extends from an end of the intermediate body 30 that is opposite to the ring portion 32 . Specifically, the bumper 34 extends beyond the brim 28 of the outer support member 22 .
- the bumper 34 includes multiple spokes 50 that extend radially from the outer surface of the inner support member 20 . The spokes 50 also protrude slightly beyond an end of the inner support member 20 ( FIG. 2B ). In the example embodiment, the bumper 34 abuts with the second component 16 .
- spokes 50 are arranged around and extend from the inner support member 20 . It would be appreciated by one skilled in the art that the spoke portion 34 may include less than or more than four spokes 50 . While the spokes 50 are depicted as having a parabolic cross-section ( FIG. 2 ), or a tapered shape ( FIGS. 5A-7B ), the spokes 50 may be configured to other suitable shapes and, therefore, is not limited to the shapes depicted in the drawings.
- the elastomeric member 24 extends beyond the outer support member 22 and the inner support member 20 .
- the elastomeric member 24 has the ring portion 32 which is suspended over the outer support member 22 and the inner support member 20 .
- the ring portion 32 is coupled to the outer support member 22 via the columns 38 .
- the gap 40 radially separates the ring portion 32 and the columns 38 from the inner support member 20 .
- the body mount 10 couples the first component 14 and the second component 16 of the vehicle.
- the body mount 10 When assembled in the vehicle, the body mount 10 is fixedly disposed in the bracket 12 , thereby coupling the body mount 10 to the first component 14 .
- the bolt of the fastener 18 is received by the body mount 10 and extends through the inner support member 20 and the second component 16 .
- the body mount 10 may then be coupled to the second component 16 via the bolt and a nut which secures the bolt to the second component 16 .
- One end of the body mount 10 abuts with a vehicle component (e.g., second component 16 ).
- the other end of the body mount 10 abuts with, for example, a ferrule or a washer (e.g., part of fastener 18 ).
- the bumper 34 abuts with the ferrule or washer
- the ring portion 32 abuts with the vehicle body.
- the elastomeric member 24 extends from one end of the body mount 10 to the other end, such that the elastomeric member 24 abuts with both, the vehicle component and the fastener. Accordingly, the body mount 10 is in direct contact with the vehicle component (vehicle body) and the fastener via the elastomeric member 24 .
- the body mount 10 may be arranged between other suitable vehicle components and is not limited to the arrangement depicted.
- the bracket 12 for receiving the body mount 10 may be arranged on the second component 16 such that the body mount 10 is fastened to the first component 14 via the bolt and nut.
- the body mount 10 permits soft travel and rigid control via the elastomeric member 24 .
- FIGS. 5A and 5B an explanation of the elastomeric member 24 during operation of the body mount is presented. For simplicity, only the elastomeric member 24 is depicted between two washers 52 A, 52 B. Washer 52 A represents the vehicle component and washer 52 B represents, for example, a ferrule of the fastener 18 .
- the columns 38 are detached from the inner support member 20 via the gap 40 . Accordingly, as the vehicle components travel, the columns 38 move. As the columns 38 move, the ring portion 32 and the bumper 34 remain in contact with the washers 52 A, 52 B.
- the columns 38 buckle. More particularly, the columns 38 collapse, thereby closing the windows 42 ( FIG. 5B ). Accordingly, travel between the vehicle components is restricted. While the columns 38 buckle, the ring portion 32 and the bumper 34 remain in contact with the washers 52 A, B. When the columns 38 are collapsed and the windows 42 closed, the body mount 10 stiffens, providing rigid control and support between the vehicle components.
- the rigid member 44 reinforces the ring portion 32 .
- the body mount 10 may compress and extend.
- the rigid member 44 may exert a uniform force onto the columns 38 .
- the columns 38 may then collapse at the same time for a cleaner, quicker travel stop.
- the body mount 10 maintains contact with the vehicle component/fastener.
- the ring portion 32 extends beyond the inner support member 20 .
- the ring portion 32 maintains contact with the vehicle component/fastener via the columns 38 and windows 42 , thereby preventing disengagement between the body mount 10 and the vehicle body during soft travel.
- the columns 38 and windows 42 buckle during peak loads such as during jounce and rebound.
- the body mount 10 provides rigid control to prevent pitch and yaw of the vehicle. Accordingly, the body mount 10 is fully engaged with the vehicle body while providing soft rate of travel and stiff rigid control.
- the columns 38 have a straight profile or cross-section.
- the straight profile allows the columns 38 to compress outward or inward.
- the body mount 10 may have columns 60 .
- the columns 60 have a convex shape which biases the columns 60 to compress outward.
- the columns 60 move to compensate for soft travel between the vehicle components. During larger movements between the vehicle components, the columns 60 collapse and protrude outward.
- the body mount 10 maintains contact with the vehicle component and the fastener via the ring portion 32 and the bumper 34 of the elastomeric member 24 .
- the body mount 10 may include columns 70 , as shown in FIGS. 7A and 7B .
- the columns 70 have a concave shape which biases the columns 70 to compress inward.
- the columns 70 move to compensate for soft travel between the vehicle components. During larger movements between the vehicle components, the columns 70 collapse and protrude inward.
- the appropriate shape for the columns may be based on the performance requirement of the body mount 10 .
- Example embodiments are provided so that this disclosure will be thorough, and will fully convey the scope to those who are skilled in the art. Numerous specific details are set forth such as examples of specific components to provide a thorough understanding of embodiments of the present disclosure. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that specific details need not be employed, that example embodiments may be embodied in many different forms and that neither should be construed to limit the scope of the disclosure. In some example embodiments, well-known processes, well-known device structures, and well-known technologies are not described in detail.
- first, second, third, etc. may be used herein to describe various elements, components, and/or sections, these elements, components, and/or sections should not be limited by these terms. These terms may be only used to distinguish one element, component, or section from another. Terms such as “first,” “second,” and other numerical terms when used herein do not imply a sequence or order unless clearly indicated by the context. Thus, a first element, component, or section discussed below could be termed a second element, component, or section without departing from the teachings of the example embodiments.
- Spatially relative terms such as “inner,” “outer,” “beneath,” “below,” “lower,” “above,” “upper,” and the like, may be used herein for ease of description to describe one element or feature's relationship to another element(s) or feature(s) as illustrated in the figures. Spatially relative terms may be intended to encompass different orientations of the device in use or operation in addition to the orientation depicted in the figures. For example, if the device in the figures is turned over, elements described as “below” or “beneath” other elements or features would then be oriented “above” the other elements or features. Thus, the example term “below” can encompass both an orientation of above and below. The device may be otherwise oriented (rotated 90 degrees or at other orientations) and the spatially relative descriptors used herein interpreted accordingly.
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- This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 61/769,934, filed on Feb. 27, 2013. The entire disclosure of the above application is incorporated herein by reference.
- The present disclosure relates to a body mount for coupling vehicle components. More particularly, to a body mount having a suspended ring member.
- This section provides background information related to the present disclosure which is not necessarily prior art.
- Body mounts are commonly used in a vehicle to couple two components. A conventional body mount may include an elastomeric member disposed between an inner tube and an outer tube. The body mount may be configured such that when disposed in the vehicle, the elastomeric member falls short of abutting with the vehicle component in an unload state and abuts with the vehicle component during a loaded state. Specifically, the elastomeric member may disengage then engage with the vehicle component based on the movement of the vehicle components. In the disengaged state, the body mount allows soft travel between the vehicle components, whereas in the engaged state, the body mount provides rigid control to prevent pitch and roll of the vehicle. The engagement and disengagement between the elastomeric member and the vehicle component may generate noise, thereby affecting the noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) characteristics of the vehicle.
- This section provides a general summary of the disclosure, and is not a comprehensive disclosure of its full scope or all of its features.
- A body mount for supporting and coupling components of a vehicle may comprise: an inner support member, an outer support member, and an elastomeric member.
- The inner support member has circular cross-section and may have a tube like configuration. The outer support member has a circular cross-section and may house the inner support member.
- The elastomeric member may be disposed between the inner support member and the outer support member. The elastomeric member may include an intermediate body and a ring portion. The intermediate body may be fixedly coupled to and between the inner support member and the outer support member.
- The ring portion extends from the intermediate body via a plurality of columns. The ring member may have a circular shape. The ring portion may extend beyond the inner support member and the outer support member. The plurality of columns and the ring portion may extend from the intermediate body such that a gap is defined between the ring portion and the inner support member. Furthermore, a plurality of windows are formed between the plurality of columns via the intermediate body, the ring portion, and the plurality of columns.
- In a feature of the body mount, the ring portion may abut with a component of the vehicle when the body mount is arranged in the vehicle. In another feature of the body mount, the plurality of columns are compressible. In particular, when the plurality of columns are compressed the plurality of windows close such that the intermediate body and the ring portion are in contact. This creates a stiffer spring rate for rigid control without body disengagement. Specifically, the ring portion remains in contact with the body at all times via the columns, thereby reducing NVH.
- Further areas of applicability will become apparent from the description provided herein. The description and specific examples in this summary are intended for purposes of illustration only and are not intended to limit the scope of the present disclosure.
- The drawings described herein are for illustrative purposes only of selected embodiments and not all possible implementations, and are not intended to limit the scope of the present disclosure.
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FIG. 1 is a perspective view of an example body mount disposed between two vehicle components; -
FIGS. 2A and 2B are perspective views of the body mount; -
FIGS. 3A and 3B are cross-sectional views of the body mount; -
FIG. 4 is an exploded view of the body mount; -
FIG. 5A is a cross-sectional view of an elastomeric member of the body mount in a non-compressed state without an inner support member; -
FIG. 5B is a cross-sectional view of the elastomeric member of the body mount in a compressed state without the inner support member; -
FIGS. 6A and 6B are a cross-sectional views of the elastomeric member of the body mount having a convex shape column in non-compressed and compressed state without the inner support member; and -
FIGS. 7A and 7B are cross-sectional views of the elastomeric member of the body mount having a concave shape column in non-compressed and compressed state without the inner support member. - Corresponding reference numerals indicate corresponding parts throughout the several views of the drawings.
- The present disclosure will now be described more fully with reference to the accompanying drawings. With reference to
FIGS. 1-4 , an example of abody mount 10 is now presented. The body mount 10 couples two components of a vehicle. For example, as shown inFIG. 1 , thebody mount 10 is fixedly disposed in abracket 12. Thebracket 12 is fixedly coupled to afirst component 14. Thebody mount 10 may be pressed-fit to thebracket 12. The body mount 10 couples thefirst component 14 to asecond component 16, such as the vehicle body, via afastener 18. In the example embodiment, thefastener 18 includes a bolt, a ferrule, and a nut (not shown). It would be appreciated by one skilled in the art that other suitable fasteners may also be used for coupling thebody mount 10 between thefirst component 14 and thesecond component 16. - As shown in
FIGS. 2A-4 , thebody mount 10 includes aninner support member 20, anouter support member 22, and anelastomeric member 24. Theinner support member 20 defines anopening 26 for receiving thefastener 18. Theinner support member 20 may have a cylindrical shape like a tube. - The
outer support member 22 may have a cylindrical shape like a tube or a barrel. Theouter support member 22 may have aninward flange 27 at one end and abrim 28 or outward flange on the other end. Theouter support member 22 supports theelastomeric member 24. Theinner support member 20 is arranged within theouter support member 22. Theinner support member 20 and theouter support member 22 may be made of metal or plastic. - The
elastomeric member 24 is formed as one piece (FIG. 4 ). Theelastomeric member 24 is fixedly disposed between theinner support member 20 and theouter support member 22. For example, theelastomeric member 24 may be molded between theinner support member 20 and theouter support member 22. In the example embodiment, theelastomeric member 24 includes anintermediate body 30, aring portion 32, and abumper 34. - The
intermediate body 30 is fixedly disposed between theinner support member 20 and theouter support member 22. Theintermediate body 30 extends radially from an outer surface of theinner support member 20 to an inner surface of theouter support member 22, thereby coupling theinner support member 20 and theouter support member 22. - The
intermediate body 30 may define a plurality ofvoids 36. Thevoids 36 extend along a longitudinal axis of thebody mount 10. Specifically, thevoids 36 may extend from a position substantially close to theinward flange 27 to the other end of theintermediate body 30 close to thebrim 28. In the example embodiment, theintermediate body 30 has twovoids 36. Alternatively, more than two voids may be arranged within theintermediate body 30. The voids create a softer rate along the radial/void direction. - The
ring portion 32 extends from theintermediate body 30 via a plurality ofcolumns 38. Thering portion 32 extends beyond an end of theinner support member 20 and theinward flange 27 of theouter support member 22. Thering portion 32 is suspended above theinner support member 20 and theouter support member 22 by thecolumns 38. Thering portion 32 has a circular shape. Thecolumns 38 support thering portion 32 such that thering portion 32 abuts with, for example, the second component 16 (i.e., vehicle body). Thecolumns 38 are arranged equidistant from each other and are compressible. While twocolumns 38 are depicted in the drawings, more than two columns may be employed to extend thering portion 32 from theintermediate body 30. - A
gap 40 is defined between thering portion 32 and theinner support member 20. Thegap 40 extends circumferentially around theinner support member 20. Thegap 40 may extend along the longitudinal axis into theintermediate body 30 up to or slightly past or beyond theinward flange 27 of theouter support member 22. Thegap 40 and thevoids 36 are arranged separate from each other with theintermediate body 30 disposed between (FIGS. 3A and 3B ). Thegap 40 radially separates thecolumns 38 and thering portion 32 from theinner support member 20. Thegap 40 reduces an axial strain generated when thebody mount 10 is in operation. - The
intermediate body 30, thering portion 32, and thecolumns 38 form a plurality ofwindows 42. Specifically, theelastomeric member 24 defines thewindows 42 between thecolumns 38 with the top and bottom perimeter of thewindow 42 being framed by theintermediate body 30 and thering portion 32. While two windows are depicted in the drawings, it would be appreciated by one skilled in the art that based on the number ofcolumns 38, thebody mount 10 may have more than twowindows 42. - The
ring portion 32 may include arigid member 44. Thering portion 32 may be molded over therigid member 44, such that therigid member 44 is disposed substantially within thering portion 32. Therigid member 44 may be made of metal, plastic, or other suitable materials. Therigid member 44 has a circular ring shape. In the example embodiment, the thickness of therigid member 44 may be varied, such that different portions of therigid member 44 have different thicknesses. For example, as shown inFIG. 4 , afirst portion 46 of therigid member 44 has a thickness greater than asecond portion 48 of therigid member 44. Therigid member 44 is aligned in association with thering portion 32 such that thefirst portion 46 is positioned above thewindow 42 and thesecond portion 48 is positioned above thecolumns 38. - The
rigid member 44 reinforces and strengthens thering portion 32. Furthermore, therigid member 44 provides quick and clean travel stop when thecolumns 38 are compressed, as described in detail below. While therigid member 44 is depicted as having a varied thickness, the thickness may also be the same or, in other words, uniform. Therigid member 44 may have various suitable configurations for reinforcing thering portion 32 and is not limited to the configuration depicted in the drawings. Furthermore, based on the performance standard of thebody mount 10, thering portion 32 may not include therigid member 44. - The
bumper 34 of theelastomeric member 24 extends from an end of theintermediate body 30 that is opposite to thering portion 32. Specifically, thebumper 34 extends beyond thebrim 28 of theouter support member 22. Thebumper 34 includesmultiple spokes 50 that extend radially from the outer surface of theinner support member 20. Thespokes 50 also protrude slightly beyond an end of the inner support member 20 (FIG. 2B ). In the example embodiment, thebumper 34 abuts with thesecond component 16. - In the example embodiment, four
spokes 50 are arranged around and extend from theinner support member 20. It would be appreciated by one skilled in the art that thespoke portion 34 may include less than or more than fourspokes 50. While thespokes 50 are depicted as having a parabolic cross-section (FIG. 2 ), or a tapered shape (FIGS. 5A-7B ), thespokes 50 may be configured to other suitable shapes and, therefore, is not limited to the shapes depicted in the drawings. - The
elastomeric member 24 extends beyond theouter support member 22 and theinner support member 20. At one end of thebody mount 10, theelastomeric member 24 has thering portion 32 which is suspended over theouter support member 22 and theinner support member 20. Thering portion 32 is coupled to theouter support member 22 via thecolumns 38. Thegap 40 radially separates thering portion 32 and thecolumns 38 from theinner support member 20. - In the example embodiment, as illustrated in
FIG. 1 , the body mount 10 couples thefirst component 14 and thesecond component 16 of the vehicle. When assembled in the vehicle, thebody mount 10 is fixedly disposed in thebracket 12, thereby coupling thebody mount 10 to thefirst component 14. The bolt of thefastener 18 is received by thebody mount 10 and extends through theinner support member 20 and thesecond component 16. The body mount 10 may then be coupled to thesecond component 16 via the bolt and a nut which secures the bolt to thesecond component 16. - One end of the
body mount 10 abuts with a vehicle component (e.g., second component 16). The other end of thebody mount 10 abuts with, for example, a ferrule or a washer (e.g., part of fastener 18). Specifically, thebumper 34 abuts with the ferrule or washer, and thering portion 32 abuts with the vehicle body. Theelastomeric member 24 extends from one end of thebody mount 10 to the other end, such that theelastomeric member 24 abuts with both, the vehicle component and the fastener. Accordingly, thebody mount 10 is in direct contact with the vehicle component (vehicle body) and the fastener via theelastomeric member 24. - It would be appreciated by one skilled in the art that the
body mount 10 may be arranged between other suitable vehicle components and is not limited to the arrangement depicted. For example, thebracket 12 for receiving thebody mount 10 may be arranged on thesecond component 16 such that thebody mount 10 is fastened to thefirst component 14 via the bolt and nut. - In operation, the body mount 10 permits soft travel and rigid control via the
elastomeric member 24. With reference toFIGS. 5A and 5B , an explanation of theelastomeric member 24 during operation of the body mount is presented. For simplicity, only theelastomeric member 24 is depicted between twowashers Washer 52A represents the vehicle component andwasher 52B represents, for example, a ferrule of thefastener 18. - As provided above, the
columns 38 are detached from theinner support member 20 via thegap 40. Accordingly, as the vehicle components travel, thecolumns 38 move. As thecolumns 38 move, thering portion 32 and thebumper 34 remain in contact with thewashers - During larger movements between the vehicle components, the
columns 38 buckle. More particularly, thecolumns 38 collapse, thereby closing the windows 42 (FIG. 5B ). Accordingly, travel between the vehicle components is restricted. While thecolumns 38 buckle, thering portion 32 and thebumper 34 remain in contact with thewashers 52 A, B. When thecolumns 38 are collapsed and thewindows 42 closed, thebody mount 10 stiffens, providing rigid control and support between the vehicle components. - As provided above, the
rigid member 44 reinforces thering portion 32. When the vehicle components move relative to each other, thebody mount 10 may compress and extend. During compression, therigid member 44 may exert a uniform force onto thecolumns 38. Thecolumns 38 may then collapse at the same time for a cleaner, quicker travel stop. - The body mount 10 maintains contact with the vehicle component/fastener. In particular, the
ring portion 32 extends beyond theinner support member 20. Thering portion 32 maintains contact with the vehicle component/fastener via thecolumns 38 andwindows 42, thereby preventing disengagement between thebody mount 10 and the vehicle body during soft travel. Thecolumns 38 andwindows 42 buckle during peak loads such as during jounce and rebound. When thecolumns 38 are in a buckled state, thebody mount 10 provides rigid control to prevent pitch and yaw of the vehicle. Accordingly, thebody mount 10 is fully engaged with the vehicle body while providing soft rate of travel and stiff rigid control. - In the example embodiment, as shown in
FIGS. 5A-5B , thecolumns 38 have a straight profile or cross-section. The straight profile allows thecolumns 38 to compress outward or inward. Alternatively, as shown inFIGS. 6A-6B , thebody mount 10 may havecolumns 60. Thecolumns 60 have a convex shape which biases thecolumns 60 to compress outward. In particular, thecolumns 60 move to compensate for soft travel between the vehicle components. During larger movements between the vehicle components, thecolumns 60 collapse and protrude outward. As provided above, thebody mount 10 maintains contact with the vehicle component and the fastener via thering portion 32 and thebumper 34 of theelastomeric member 24. - In another variation, the
body mount 10 may includecolumns 70, as shown inFIGS. 7A and 7B . Thecolumns 70 have a concave shape which biases thecolumns 70 to compress inward. In particular, thecolumns 70 move to compensate for soft travel between the vehicle components. During larger movements between the vehicle components, thecolumns 70 collapse and protrude inward. The appropriate shape for the columns may be based on the performance requirement of thebody mount 10. - The foregoing description of the embodiments has been provided for purposes of illustration and description. It is not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the disclosure. Individual elements or features of a particular embodiment are generally not limited to that particular embodiment, but, where applicable, are interchangeable and can be used in a selected embodiment, even if not specifically shown or described. The same may also be varied in many ways. Such variations are not to be regarded as a departure from the disclosure, and all such modifications are intended to be included within the scope of the disclosure.
- Example embodiments are provided so that this disclosure will be thorough, and will fully convey the scope to those who are skilled in the art. Numerous specific details are set forth such as examples of specific components to provide a thorough understanding of embodiments of the present disclosure. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that specific details need not be employed, that example embodiments may be embodied in many different forms and that neither should be construed to limit the scope of the disclosure. In some example embodiments, well-known processes, well-known device structures, and well-known technologies are not described in detail.
- The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular example embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting. As used herein, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” may be intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. The terms “comprises,” “comprising,” “including,” and “having,” are inclusive and therefore specify the presence of stated features, elements, and/or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, elements, components, and/or groups thereof.
- When an element or layer is referred to as being “on,” “engaged to,” “connected to,” or “coupled to” another element or layer, it may be directly on, engaged, connected or coupled to the other element or layer, or intervening elements or layers may be present. In contrast, when an element is referred to as being “directly on,” “directly engaged to,” “directly connected to,” or “directly coupled to” another element or layer, there may be no intervening elements or layers present. Other words used to describe the relationship between elements should be interpreted in a like fashion (e.g., “between” versus “directly between,” “adjacent” versus “directly adjacent,” etc.). As used herein, the term “and/or” includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.
- Although the terms first, second, third, etc. may be used herein to describe various elements, components, and/or sections, these elements, components, and/or sections should not be limited by these terms. These terms may be only used to distinguish one element, component, or section from another. Terms such as “first,” “second,” and other numerical terms when used herein do not imply a sequence or order unless clearly indicated by the context. Thus, a first element, component, or section discussed below could be termed a second element, component, or section without departing from the teachings of the example embodiments.
- Spatially relative terms, such as “inner,” “outer,” “beneath,” “below,” “lower,” “above,” “upper,” and the like, may be used herein for ease of description to describe one element or feature's relationship to another element(s) or feature(s) as illustrated in the figures. Spatially relative terms may be intended to encompass different orientations of the device in use or operation in addition to the orientation depicted in the figures. For example, if the device in the figures is turned over, elements described as “below” or “beneath” other elements or features would then be oriented “above” the other elements or features. Thus, the example term “below” can encompass both an orientation of above and below. The device may be otherwise oriented (rotated 90 degrees or at other orientations) and the spatially relative descriptors used herein interpreted accordingly.
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